Cool all you can eat shabu shabu experience. It's like more chill and personal version of hotpot where you get your own broth and bowl. The server was very friendly and helpful. I liked the self serve topping selection. Some options like octopus were dinner only, but they were so good. Very comfortable and nice place to fill up your stomach. One con I could say is the meat selection is not as wide compared to bbq spots since you can't really have marinated meat for shabu shabu. Overall it's very good. I liked it. read more

Parties of 1, 2, 1 were here already. However, they prioritize the party of 8 on the waitlist and they weren't even there yet lol. They made us wait til after the party came even tho there were plenty of tables. May be do to lack of waiters but they crowded in the front just chatting and scattered when they saw us looking at them like, what are you doing. read more

I've been to Shabuya (Milpitas) multiple times now. The food (great quality and comes out FAST) and servers are very good. My problem occurred today. There is a front of the house "manager". I don't know her name because unlike the servers, she doesn't wear a name tag. Perhaps that is on purpose...and should change. I will just say she's an older woman who wears glasses. When one of the children in our party went up to measure their height, it was clear that they were below the line. Nobody had an issue besides this "manager". She demanded that she double check, using a menu to carefully measure. If Shabuya needs to check height so badly, maybe we can go elsewhere. There are other places to eat. She is incredibly rude and said WE were the problem. Wow! Again, she wasn't wearing a name tag, so I cannot even name her. Just that she's incredibly off-putting and will cost Shabuya customers. read more

The new ipads will shut you off at an hour for AYCE even though it has a 90min limit. It claims 90 but will lock you out at 60. Our waitress was amazing and said we can still order through her for the remaining minutes but i can't help but wonder how many people just think time is up and lose out? You can order 2 apps and 6 meats every 6 minutes- the apps have a 50% chance of coming to you but the meats are fast. That said some waitress will just dump it on the table and walk away even touching my cup with the raw meat not even looking at me or getting me a new drink. Super rude and unhygenic. Loved our waitress although they work in groups and I would have hated to get the super rude one. Food is great. Love this place for big parties or just the kids but until the ipad glitch is fixed I feel funny telling people to go here when other places are slightly more expensive but you don't get locked out at an hour they give you 90m or even 2 hours. read more

Cool spot for AYCE hot pot! Checking in is easy, you can join the waitlist online or in person. Once you're notified, you're seated quickly. The server takes drink and broth orders and lets you know you've got 90 minutes to enjoy your meal. You can order two apps and six meats at a time, either through the tablet at the table or directly with your server. Choose your broth, and they'll bring it out and pour it into your pot. Veggies, noodles, and sauces are all self‑serve, and there's a huge selection. There's a sign about an upcharge for seafood, but we weren't charged. The gyozas were our favorite appetizer, and the spicy chicken was solid too. The only downside was the cleanup process. The staff clearing tables were slamming plates into bins, creating a lot of noise -- especially when they were right next to us. Definitely something they should improve. read more

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I came to have dinner for a friend's belated birthday celebration. You will only get seated when all of your party is here and you can only sit for 90 minutes. This is an all you can eat place. I got the Original House broth. My stove gas took awhile to boil the soup for some reason as rest of my party had their pot all ready boiled. This happened to me at one other time when I came here and not sure why. Other than waiting longer than expected for my broth soup to boil in order to put ingredients in to cook, everything else was fine. Service was nice. I like the thin slices of meat to cook in the broth soup. read more

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Our nephew gave us a treat! It was a Mothers day weekend and with my birthday and my husband coming up, he was too sweet to include and take us out with the family. Our nephew recommended this place and it did not disappoint! For me, soups are always a great idea. They're always comforting. Especially I love veggies too! I love how big the place is.it's huge, clean and the staff were pleasant with very fast and good service. Parking is not a problem either and their price is pretty reasonable for an AYCE buffet even though it's just mostly boiled meats. It's healthier anyways. Definitely would come back and try it again. read more

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I grew up coming to Shabuya (from when it first opened to now) and this place is still a staple for my family! Meat is cut fresh and the portion sizes for meat were perfect for us. It doesn't seem like a lot on the plate but it adds up! We were a party of 3 and I signed up on the waitlist on Yelp. I love that option since it's always super helpful. Our waiter was Reagan and he was great, he came to check on us often and was attentive and helpful. Food was great, selection is good and had the things I usually eat. For $29.99 this is not bad at all! I will be continuing to come back :) read more

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If you want the best representation of an authentic Chinese hotpot experience or a Japanese Shabu Shabu experience - Shabuya is not your place. However, if you want a fantastic value proposition and good-enough food - then I cannot recommend Shabuya more. The meat is sliced very thin, but the staff is quick and you're able to order up to 6 at a time. There's an open sauce bar and open veggie/other items bar with plenty of variety. read more

We love Shabuya, but we usually go to the one in Concord as it's conveniently located in a plaza/mall, but that location gets really busy and there's always a wait. This was our second time at this location and it was on a weekend so I decided to add us to the waitlist, and when we got there, there was no wait. It was a pretty busy day. It's spacious with ample refills throughout the day. The lighting a dim with natural sunlight during the days The soup and options always hit here and it's always bustling with full tables and bellies apparently. My son does not each much as a 9 year old but is tall enough for full price so it's not worth it for him, but we take him anyway because we love it so much. The service was good and the staff there seem to be more friendly than the Concord location. If you have a huge appetite, this is such a great place and the food is so comforting. I also appreciate the sauce bar. Since it's an AYCE, most people are in and out and some stay a while to get their money's worth. Either way, I highly recommend this for hot pot and looking to be a glut for the day. This place is an all around hit for my family and I can't wait to come back. read more

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I went here on a Wednesday as a part of a group. The restaurant is a large one with tables around and the veggie bar at the centre of the place Everyone has a sort of heating element for the broth that keeps the broth hot/warm per our liking I don't eat meant so the staff adjusted the spicy miso broth and added water to the mix so I was covered with that. The veggie toppings had a wide variety - soft tofu, fried tofu, tofu fish ball, a big range of veggies like - carrots, onions, bok choy, cabbage etc . The food overall was ok - so even if you are vegan person just tagging along or by yourself you should be able to find something for yourself. What I missed was a crispy element - a couple of appetizers options would have been really great to feel included on the tab menu - catering to all the vegans and giving us a chance for the crispy element as well read more

Omg we love this place! My partner and I come here all the time!! Everytime we crave soup we come here, the service os wonderful, the buffet is clean/fresh and the cuts of meat are my partners favorite. And their playlist always hits! Always leave Shabuya full and happy read more

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We have been coming here for as long as I can remember and this review is loooong over due. Their service has always been spot on, from food runner, to bus boys... everyone are very nice! Matthew has been taking very great care of us. (Saw their kid chart and we have been coming there since my kid can eat freez to childs price and now adult). We love this place. Great selection of veggies in the middle buffet and meat. We lost ve in San Jose but we drive up here for great shabu shabu. The ambiance is casual. Highly recommend. read more

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10/10 experience. Shabuya is a go-to hot pot place for me. This was my boyfriend and I's first time at this location. We actually prefer this location! There's a good amount of places to park. This location is so much more spacious compared to their Concord one. We were greeted kindly after walking in and were seated immediately. Our server Barrett was on it! Our orders came promptly. There's a huge variety of sides to choose from and a make-your-own-sauce station. Meat quality was great! To note, they have a clean lavatory. read more

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If you come for lunch on weekdays it's only $20. It's not a bad place for hot pot but there are better. The meat is sliced thinly which is perfect and service is always really nice. But, because it is open bar for the side dishes some of it isn't really fresh and some of the seafood is fishy. It can get really loud but for what it is the place is pretty clean. They have lots of seating so good for parties. read more

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Just left here walked out ... the toro meat was not cooking. We left it in the soup for at least 10-15 minutes nothing else in the pot... meat was still pink. Either the meat was old or fake. The manager just looked at me like she knew but couldn't admit to it... read more

We've been coming to Shabuya in Milpitas for quite a while now, and after so many consistently great experiences, I wanted to recognize Matthew for the incredible service he provides. Every visit, Matthew makes us feel genuinely welcome. Even when the restaurant is packed and running at full speed, he stays friendly, attentive, and on top of everything. Our drinks are always refilled, used plates are cleared quickly, and he checks on us throughout the meal to make sure we have everything we need without interrupting our dining experience. What impresses me most is how positive and personable he is. He treats every table with care, remembers familiar faces, and always has a great attitude regardless of how busy things get. It's clear he takes pride in providing excellent customer service, and it definitely doesn't go unnoticed. The food at Shabuya is always delicious, but employees like Matthew are a big reason we continue choosing this location over others. He creates an experience that makes people want to come back again and again. To the Shabuya management team: Matthew is an outstanding employee and a true representation of excellent hospitality. Please recognize him for the hard work and dedication he brings every shift. Thank you, Matthew, for consistently making every visit enjoyable! read more

price: $30 per person They have a wide variety of sides to choose from with seafood, quail eggs, veggies, noodles etc. The sauce polar was also plentiful as I enjoyed having ponzu sauce and the radish! the meat quality is pretty good and service was really quick on a Saturday night. read more

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Shabuya is one of my favorite places to go for AYCE hotpot! It's always a fun time, and the servers are always a great vibe. Also super easy to join the waitlist, just do it through Yelp but make sure you're within distance! The location itself is pretty big with parking all around. The eating experience involves choosing your broth, meats (up to 8 per round!), and appetizers if you're interested. My boyfriend and I always get chicken and gyoza. You can then get your noodles, veggies, seafood, and sauces from the self serve area in the middle of the restaurant. Pretty easy to navigate, and everything is so yummy! My personal must-gets are the sukiyaki broth, pork belly, glass noodles, and lots of cabbage and mushrooms! Super filling and hearty! They also have fun soju cocktails if you're interested, definitely try out for a fun time! read more

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WOW my new favorite Hot Pot Lunch spot!!! This is my first time eating here and I'm definitely glad we came to Shabuya!!! Loving this Lunch Special!!! All you can eat for twenty bucks!!! Super Great Deal!! Delicious Spicy Miso Broth with Beef, Pork, Prawns, Chicken, Tofu, Fish, Mushrooms, and Veggies-absolutely yummy!!!! This is a great place for any occasions! I recommend coming here on weekdays because it won't be too Crowded. This place get super packed on weekends!! Spacious Seatings inside. Self-Serve Station areas loaded with Deliciousness!! My friend and I enjoyed our Lunchtime here!!!Love it and I am Definitely Coming back to this Shabuya for sure!!! read more

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I am giving this place a 3.5 stars. My kids and I enjoyed it. It is different from what I am used to since it's Japanese hotpot. The flavors and f the broth were very basic but you can spruce them up with different sauces. My daughter and I ordered the spicy miso but it had a Smokey after taste which I thought was weird. It tasted like they simmered their broth with the bottom of the pot being burnt. My son ordered tonkatsu and that tasted like something from an instant ramen packet. The selection of veggies were meh. Meats were ok. The beef toro was my fave but the pork belly was not fresh and on the brown side instead of pink. We loved the appetizer chicken karrage. You can only order two items per appetizer and 4 meat pick every 5 minutes. Portions are small.Our servers were nice, attentive and fast service. We came there for lunch, fairly busy, open space, loud and good music play list. We also saw that they have a late night special Monday-Thursday after 8pm, rate is $24.99 vs the regular $30.99 dinner, which a great deal. Overall a good experience. read more

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Fun experience, the food was good. I like the low light ambiance. Nice service. My daughter loved it. read more

Shabuya - Soup Near Me - Milpitas, California

The lunch deal for $20.99/person is so worth in this economy. Our waiter was super attentive, bringing us napkins and checking in on us frequently. You have a 90 minute limit, so what I usually do is scoop as much broth as I can into the bowl provided to you for eating. This makes the broth come to a boil faster. When your broth gets low you can just add the lukewarm broth back or ask your server to dilute it if it's too salty. Unlimited appetizers come with the special, but I don't think it's worth your stomach space. My group of 3 prioritized the meat and ended up almost finishing 16 plates of beef brisket and 2 plates of beef belly. This was after I picked a bunch of veggies and glass noodles from the sauce and veggie/seafood bar. The facilities, especially the sauce bar and seafood/veggie island, were cleaned frequently which is impressive. After the table next to us, two guys bussed and thoroughly wiped down the table with a wet towel pretty quickly. I think this location is pretty popular even despite all the new hot pot places always popping up in the Bay Area so do come at a good time to expect to not wait 1+ hrs to be seated. read more

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Stopped by Shabuya recently and was served by good-looking Terry again. He was so attentive and made the experience so much better. The food and service are always good at Shabuya. Will definitely come back. Terry's customer service is always the best and 10/10 would rec him. read more

One of my go to AYCE shabu/hotpot spots! There are limited selection of meats and sides that you can choose from. I usually order all their beef meats (only ones worth ordering). Loved the variety of noodles that were available. Do keep in mind you're able to combine you broths. I usually combine sukiyaki with their tonkotsu. The sauce bar has enough of your usual/typical choices. I wish they had another peanut option besides the sesame sauce. Otherwise, great place to eat with family and friends. Quick and friendly service. read more

Shabuya - Soup Near Me - Milpitas, California

My family and I love going here!! We go on the regular because the food is so good and options are sufficient. The serving staff is excellent and honestly have never had a bad experience with any of them.. My beef is with the "manager" or older lady checking people in the front with glasses. she's super rude and we had several encounters with her.. the last time she tried to charge my son who is well below 50" inches full price.. and when we asked to change the price she argued with us and didn't want to. Then we come back again on a different occasion and she sees us and again automatically assumes he's over 50" so we told her to make sure and check before assuming like last time. She checked and saw he was under and STILL charged us for full price... so beware this lady is and will try to get one over you. To the rest of the staff, thank you! They always seem to correct her mistake and help us out! read more

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The meats are decent quality, and the selection of veggies and seafood was very satisfactory for the dinner service. I will say that the burners take some time to bring your broth to a boil, so avoid putting too many ingredients in the bowl at the same time. Also a heads up that there's a pretty hefty amount of MSG in the broths, something that I noticed once my meal was over and I was incredibly thirsty lol. (Tip: they allow you to mix their broths too, I had spicy miso and tonkotsu because apparently that's a popular combo). Lots of options for making your own dipping sauce as well. Staff are very friendly and efficient. The restaurant was relatively clean for an AYCE. Quite a number of screaming kids and toddlers on the weekend evening that we were there though... not anything the restaurant could really do about it. read more

We are here almost once a week with our 18 month old. The restaurant is always clean with welcoming staff. Though it's always a bit cold inside. They had a good selection of broths and meats plus a good size veggies & seafood bar. I always get the sukiyaki soup while my husband gets the original. I love being able to load up on veggies and the all you can eat aspect of it. Can't wait to go again read more

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It started with just two of us. We had such a great server, Daniel. He made sure to not only check on us but his whole section as well. We tried to order two orders of the Soy Glazed Chicken Karaage, but the runners only brought us one. When Daniel came back around for our second round of meat, we asked him for three orders since we had only received one the first time. I told him those chicken bites are seriously addictive and incredibly flavorful. As we were getting close to our one-hour mark, we asked if it would be possible to add a third person and extend our time a bit. Daniel said he'd have to check with the host since it wasn't super busy, but new parties were still coming in every 10 minutes or so. I told him not to worry too much if it wasn't possible. He came back and let us know he could extend our time by about another half hour on top of what we had left. We really appreciated him making that happen. Thank you so much, Daniel. After we got the bill, we chatted with him for a bit about customer service. My boyfriend used to work at a hot pot place and mentioned that some of the servers half his age didn't work nearly as hard and were more focused on "the gram" and social media, while genuine hospitality seemed almost nonexistent. Daniel shared that he's ## years old and said it's always about balancing business and fun--but having fun in a respectful and professional way. Huge shout out to Daniel for being so attentive and kind. Oh, the food--LOL. I normally get the Spicy Miso broth, but last time I tried a bit of my friend's Sukiyaki and really liked it, so I decided to go with that this time. It was great--I really enjoyed the depth of flavor in the broth. The meats came out very quickly, and I loved that they weren't sliced paper-thin like at some places. I already mentioned our obsession with the Chicken Karaage, but seriously... yes please, more. I might go back to my usual Spicy Miso next time and just steal some of my friend's Sukiyaki since I know what I love. Overall, the food and service were outstanding. Thank you again, Daniel. read more

Went at 8pm for the $25 special for AYCE. Literally the best deal in the bay for ayce! They had a good selection of meat and a buffet of sauces and sides. Will come back read more

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After countless visits to Shabuya in Milpitas, I finally had to take the time to write a review for Matthew because exceptional service deserves recognition. Every single time we come in, Matthew goes above and beyond to make sure our dining experience is outstanding. In an all-you-can-eat restaurant where servers are constantly busy, he somehow manages to be attentive, friendly, professional, and incredibly efficient all at the same time. Drinks are always refilled before we have to ask, empty plates disappear quickly, and he consistently checks in to make sure everything is perfect without ever being intrusive. What really stands out is his positive attitude. No matter how busy the restaurant gets, Matthew always greets us with a smile and makes us feel like valued guests. He remembers returning customers, provides great recommendations, and genuinely seems to care about making sure everyone has a great experience. Great food keeps us coming back to Shabuya, but outstanding employees like Matthew are a huge part of why we choose this location over others. Customer service like his is hard to find these days, and he sets the standard for what hospitality should be. Shabuya management: Matthew is an absolute asset to your team. He deserves recognition and honestly, give this guy a raise. Thank you for consistently making every visit such a great experience! read more

Oooh had so many mini clams Although it was frozen it was still good to have with hot pot The eat was delicious and well portioned so we can try different meat slices And the soy chicken was a bit dry but it was crispy The the sauce on the side Ambiance was lively Service was attentive read more

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This is your basic and average hot pot experience. There is a large selection at the buffet bar of seafood, veggies, meatballs, tofu, dumplings, noodles, sauces and condiments. The meat is to order as is the fried appetizers. Price is around $30 for ayce. I feel like I have a cast iron stomach but I was proven wrong here. Good service. Plenty of seating. You are placed in a waitlist even when the restaurant is empty and it's probably for customer tracking. Please come and create your own experience. read more

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Matthew is probably a top 10 human being of all time behind my mom, my lovely girlfriend, LeBron James, and Harry Mack. Matthew's customer service was one of the best I have experienced in my 26 years of being a big back. But all jokes aside, he really makes you feel welcomed and not rushed at all. He checks on you frequently, but not too much so you can still enjoy your meal in peace. He always approaches with a smile and always wants to offer assistance whether that's more napkins, more water, a side of rice, etc. CAUTION: If you get Matthew as your server here at Shabuya, you will probably leave a happier and more satisfied person than you were 90 minutes ago. 10/10 would recommend Shabuya, but 1,000/10 would recommend Matthew. read more

First time at this location. The servers were super nice and helpful. It wasn't too crowded when we came here so we had an awesome experience. There was a variety of food from meat livers to vegetarian items. We will be back, especially when soup season is still here! read more

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Easily one of my go-to spot for hot pot. I love getting the unlimited chicken karaage as appetizer. Service here is good and waiters check in regularly with your party so you don't have to constantly wave for their attention. I love the wide range variety of sides that you can add to your pot as well as up to 8 options of meat. Everything here is very fresh and I LOVE the sesame sauce here!!! The restaurant is very big so I don't have to wait long on the weekdays for a table. They play a lot of EDM music here. Only down side is that you can't put your name on the waitlist if you're not within 5 miles radius. read more

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Food was really emasculant. the service was very welcoming and quick. I really enjoyed the work my server Aiden put in. What a nice lad. Very awesome spot!!!!!! read more

Shabuya in Milpitas is my go-to spot for hot pot! Every time I come here, the experience is consistently great. The restaurant is clean, spacious, and has a lively atmosphere that makes dining fun and relaxing. The selection is amazing. You get a wide variety of fresh meats, seafood, veggies, and sides, plus flavorful broths that you can customize to your liking. Everything is high quality and always tastes fresh. The best part? The price is really decent for what you get, especially considering it's all-you-can-eat. It feels like a great value every time. The service is quick and friendly, and the staff keeps everything running smoothly even when it's busy. If you're craving hot pot and want a place that's reliable, delicious, and affordable, Shabuya is the spot. I can't recommend it enough! read more

The food was good and reasonably priced for lunch. However, I was disappointed to see that some of my favorite items, such as the quail eggs and egg noodles, have been moved to the dinner-only menu. The new iPad ordering system was convenient and made the menu very clear, but unfortunately it seemed to come at the expense of the customer service experience. The interaction with the staff felt distant and unwelcoming throughout our visit. I chose to come here for my 21st birthday because this restaurant used to be one of my favorite places. I wasn't expecting anything special or complimentary, and I was actually hesitant to even mention the occasion because the atmosphere didn't feel particularly warm. Eventually, my boyfriend politely asked our server if the restaurant did anything to celebrate birthdays. Without even acknowledging me or making eye contact, the server simply replied, "No, not really," and walked away. What made the moment upsetting wasn't the fact that there was no birthday dessert or celebration. It was how dismissive the interaction felt. Instead of feeling welcomed on what was supposed to be a special day, I felt embarrassed and like we were an inconvenience for asking a simple question. It's unfortunate because I have many fond memories of this restaurant, but this experience left me feeling disappointed enough that we won't be returning. read more

Been here twice once for dinner and once for lunch and I don't understand the long lines/wait times for a so-so hot pot spot. But, I guess for the price you pay $20.99 (lunch) this place is pretty ok, but I wouldn't go crazy over it. Let's just say it wouldn't be my first choice to go to if I'm craving shabu shabu. I tried the spicy miso broth and tonkatsu which didn't have much flavor, if anything it's the dipping sauce you choose to dip your meats/veggies, etc in to give off some type of flavor. Also, even on the highest stove setting--it takes awhile to get a boil going if it can even reach a boil. I do like the buffet style set-up and items have always been stocked when I dined here. It's kept clean and there are solid typical hot pot items to choose from. As for the meats, my highlight was the beef toro and I didn't really care for anything else. They are cut a bit too thin for my liking though as the meat tends to fall apart easily. The sauce choices are limited with ponzu being the main one. The chicken karaage appetizer and gyoza are ok. Overall, like I mentioned above for the price you pay for lunch time it's an ok spot to try despite the flaws, but I wouldn't go out of my way to be put on a waitlist or wait an hour to be seated to eat here. read more

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